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A Master Class

Nicholas Breakwell discusses the importance of having a Master’s of Science in Pharmaceutical Medicine in today’s academia-rich society

Every year, hundreds of thousands of students graduate from universities all over the world with a Master’s degree. They graduate in the knowledge that obtaining a Master’s brings numerous benefits, both for themselves and for their employers. The postgraduate qualification enhances the student’s employment prospects, with financial benefits and successful career progression within the workplace almost guaranteed.

Students of a Master’s learn to up their skills in areas such as time management, organisational skills and multi-tasking, which are all recognised by potential employers as being key assets in today’s working environment. Employers are also aware that Master’s graduates are motivated and flexible members of staff who are willing to embrace change and progress within a business environment.

Studying a Master’s is possible in universities worldwide and is recognised as an impressive and highly valuable qualification. A Master’s can be studied on-site in a university or though distance learning, which can be offered in different formats including postal mail, email or live teleconference. Alternatively, an online course provides students with the option of studying a Master’s in a hybrid format which combines online learning with some on-site lectures and tutorials. Any online, on-site or distance learning course should always be accredited by a relevant college or organisation that ensures that your studies are recognised worldwide.


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Dr Nicholas Breakwell obtained a BSc in Psychology and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Birmingham. He spent five years in the internationally respected neuroscience laboratory of Professor Roger Anwyl at Trinity College Dublin. Before joining Hibernia College, Nicholas spent two years as Research Manager and lecturer at Dublin Business School where he developed online course material and conducted empirical research into its effectiveness. Nicholas is the Chief Knowledge Officer at Hibernia College with overall responsibility for course development and e-learning infrastructure. He has consulted widely with international experts in e-learning to bring best international practice to Hibernia’s e-learning strategy.
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